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Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Moist Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread to Indulge Your Senses

Indulge in this Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread, a moist and delicious treat that transforms overripe bananas into a delightful dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Use smooth, commercial brands like Skippy.
  • 1 cup Sugar Provides sweetness and aids in browning.
  • 3 large Mashed Bananas Use very ripe bananas for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Keeps the bread moist.
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binder.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Forms the base structure.
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder Use unsweetened for deeper taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances flavors.
Optional Topping
  • 1 banana Banana Slices For topping before baking.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted peanut butter, sugar, mashed bananas, vegetable oil, and eggs. Blend until smooth.
  3. Sift in cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Add vanilla extract and stir gently until combined.
  4. Fold in all-purpose flour until just incorporated; avoid overmixing.
  5. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and layer banana slices on top if using.
  6. Bake for about 55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 20 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Melt additional peanut butter and drizzle over the cooled loaf before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store tightly wrapped for freshness. Experiment with mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts for added texture.

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